Paper cutting is a traditional folk art form with a long history. It can be dated back to the Eastern Han Dynasty. In traditional Chinese culture, paper-cuts can reflect various aspects of life such as prosperity, health or harvest.
Although other art forms, like painting, can also show similar scenes, paper-cuts still stand out for its charm. Today, paper-cuts are chiefly used as decorations.
Chinese people believe that the red paper-cuts on the door can bring good luck and happiness to the whole family. The paper-cuts are more often seen during traditional Chinese festivals, particularly in the Spring Festival.
中国剪纸艺术Chinese paper-cut art中国剪纸艺术作为一种民间艺术形式,现在已被广泛应用到设计的各个领域中。 Chinese paper-cut art as a form of folk art, has been widely applied to various areas of the design.